Abstract
The basic premise in Machiavelli's "The Qualities of a Prince" states that as long as a prince is not hated, his subjects will be loyal and his reign successful. Therefore, the abuses outlined in "The Declaration of Independence" coincide with the attributes listed by Machiavelli of an unsuccessful prince. One can tell by the tone in which "The Declaration of Independence" is written that King George III is hated by the colonists. On more than one occasion, Thomas Jefferson refers to the King as a tyrant. This paper discusses how King George III's actions support Machiavelli's claim that a prince is most hated when he, among other things, disrespects the land and women of his subjects, deprives men of their honor, and shows excessive cruelty.

From the Paper
"Machiavelli states, "so long as you do not deprive them of their honor, the majority of men live happily" (Machiavelli, "The Qualities of a Prince", 48). Comparatively, Thomas Jefferson also lists grievances that pertain to men being deprived of their honor "By [constraining] our fellow Citizens taken Captive on the high Seas to bear Arms against their County, to become the executioners of their friends and Brethren, or to fall themselves by their Hands" (Thomas Jefferson, "The Declaration of Independence", 80). King George III stripped men taken captive of all honor and dignity by making them choose to either murder their family or take their own life. King George III also deprived the colonists "the benefits of Trial by Jury" (80). The fact that King George III repeatedly "called together legislative bodies at places unusual, uncomfortable, and distant from the depository of their Public Records, for the sole purpose of fatiguing them into compliance with his measures" (79) is quite demeaning in a society governed by Representation."

Tags:Representative, Houses

Abstract
This paper examines the effectiveness of George III's leadership in England during the 18th century. The author discusses the king's loss of the American colonies, England's financial difficulties and his policies during the American Revolution and the Seven Years War. The paper also discusses King George's bouts of insanity.

From the Paper
"King George III may be one of the most maligned and most understood leaders in the history of England. He is most infamous for losing the American colonies, waging wars against the French and Spanish, and ultimately going insane. However, many of the mistakes King George III allegedly made may just be products of unfortunate circumstances of the time. King George III may just have been King of England at the wrong time in world history. King George III was the King of England when they had no choice but to be involved in certain controversies that put their country in debt. This debt forced the king to pass tax laws onto the colonists of the America, which led to the Revolutionary War."

Tags:great, britain, reign, england, american, colonies, stamp, act, taxes, military, seven, years, war, mental, insanity, townsend, east, india, company, debt, paris, treaty

Abstract
This paper looks at how the film "The Madness of King George", released in 1994 and directed by Nicholas Hytner, is a comedy/drama built around a dark episode in the long reign of King George III. The paper discusses some of the movie's themes and, in particular, how the film provides a glimpse of a king struggling to come to terms with the loss of the American colonies and its political aftermath.

Outline:
Effectiveness and Realism
Relevance
Theme

From the Paper
"The prevailing theory is that King George actually suffered from an episodic, inherited disorder known as porphyria (but there is speculation that manic depression may also have been a factor), and the film suggests that the King's condition was exacerbated (if not triggered) by the stress of losing the war against the emerging nation. Did the American Revolution drive the King insane? Probably not, since the onset of symptoms associated with porphyria generally manifest between the ages of ten and thirty, although the stress of the political climate certainly would not have contributed to his recovery. Besides, there is evidence that the King did eventually make peace with the unavoidable outcome, even though for months following the defeat he referred to it with great sadness and resentment."

Tags:King, George, III, colonies

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The paper asserts that while some masterpieces should never be altered, Shakespeare's great tragedy, "King Lear" was turned into a happy ending by David Garrick and Nahum Tate, in the belief that an aging, mad king, might reflect badly on Britain's own aging and mad King, George III. Nevertheless, the paper posits that while art works might be translated into different languages, and theatrical staging might be in modern dress, changing characters, removing some and creating a different ending than the author intended is a tragedy in itself.

From the Paper
"The world has seen a few masterpieces created that simply withstand the test of time and should not be changed. Can you imagine some artist deciding to alter the smile on the Mona Lisa? Can you imagine, in an age of feminism, that an all-female version of Hamlet can succeed? (It has been tried!). In much the same way, one simply cannot understand why some editor would want to tamper with Shakespeare's greatest tragedy, "King Lear". There have been editing attempts done, mainly to "improve": some of the Old English phrasing which, based on Shakespeare's own original printing,..."

Tags:happy ending, king lear, nahum tate

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This history paper takes a detailed look at a document from 18th century England. The writer chose to examine a speech/declaration by King George the Third in which he proclaimed the colonies to be in open rebellion. The language used and the thoughts shared are indicative of the time he lived in.

From the Paper
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Because America has grown to such a large and powerful status we often forget that when we started we were nothing more than a handful of colonies with a few residents rebelling against the mother nation, Britain. Over the years this country has become so widely accepted as the most powerful nation on earth it is hard to imagine that at one time we were small and working to gain our foothold in the society of mankind. The 18th century was filled with turmoil as America struggled to be recognized as its own entity. Without fax machines and telephones there was no choice but to communicate with letters and other documents. It was in 1775 that King George the Third Proclaimed through documents that the colonies were indeed rebelling against England and he wanted England to do whatever it took to stop it."

Tags:king, george, III, britain, america, speech, rebellion, colonies, england, language, proclamation

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This paper examines whether the United States Constitution and the Bill of Rights protects its citizens from the tyranny. The paper describes the oppression the colonist experienced from the British King George III, which is described in the Declaration of Independence. It questions if the young American democracy replaced this British monarchy with the tyranny of local government greed.

From the Paper
"When the Thirteen Colonies declared their independence in 1776 they broke away from one of the most powerful nations in the world at the time, with the signing and ratification of the Bill of Right and the Constitution they brought forward a series of legal documents that were envisioned to provide for any instance and grievance they had felt under Great Britain. Moreover, the idea of removing themselves from any contact with Great Britain was to secure a free future from the tyranny of the Crown. "

Tags:england, bill, of, rights, oppression, king, george, iii, democracy, colonialism

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The paper examines the history of Maryland during the Revolutionary War period to demonstrate that Maryland was a microcosm of America during this turbulent era in American history. The paper discusses how in the years leading up to the outbreak of the American Revolution in April of 1775, the general trend of public opinion in Maryland reflected the general trend of political opinion throughout the thirteen colonies, a trend of increasing dissatisfaction with British rule, growing doubt about the practicality of remaining British subjects, and intensifying agitation for revolution. The paper then relates that ultimately, as was the case in the other colonies, most people in Maryland supported the rebellion against British rule and fought for independence in the Continental Army or in Maryland militia units, but some remained loyal to King George III and Great Britain.

From the Paper
"Examining the history of Maryland during the Revolutionary War period demonstrates that Maryland was a microcosm of America during this turbulent era in American history. In the years leading up to the outbreak of the American Revolution in April of 1775, the general trend of public opinion in Maryland reflected the general trend of political opinion throughout the thirteen colonies, a trend of increasing dissatisfaction with British rule, growing doubt about the practicality of remaining..."

Tags:maryland, american, revolution

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This paper analyzes why and how the American colonies achieved independence from Great Britain. It is evident throughout this paper, that ideology and economics were the primary reasons why the American colonists rebelled against British rule and sought their independence. Enlightenment ideals and bitter resentment against British tax policies triggered armed revolt against King George III in 1775, and provided the motivation and determination Americans needed to win the Revolutionary War and achieve independence.

Tags:american, revolution, issues

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This research paper compares the positions and views of James Otis, Jr. (1725-1783) and Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826) toward the British Monarch, King George III, and the rest of the British government, ministers and Parliament, during the period of strife between Great Britain and the American colonies which led up to the Declaration of Independence in 1776.

From the Paper
"OTIS AND JEFFERSON ON COLONISTS' RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS TO
THE MONARCH AND WESTMINSTER

This research paper compares the positions and views of James Otis, Jr. (1725-1783) and Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826) toward the British Monarch, King George III, and the rest of the British government, ministers and Parliament, during the period of strife between Great Britain and the American colonies which led up to the Declaration of Independence in 1776.

Both men played a leading role in advancing and articulating the colonists' cause, Otis from 1761 until his influence diminished due to his mental and physical deterioration in 1769 and Jefferson during the middle 1770s. In many respects, they shared a common vision as to the nature of the colonies' rights and obligations to the Crown and Parliament which stemmed from a ..."

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The paper describes how the conflicts between England and France, which began in 1337 and ended in 1453, have been dubbed The Hundred Years' War by modern historians who grouped these conflicts under the same label as a matter of convenience. The paper examines how the long struggle had a powerful effect in strengthening a sense of national identity in both England and France, and also created a mutual antagonism that has lasted ever since. The paper details how England developed a parliamentary democracy and created an empire as an offshore island, separate from the rest of Europe, however the English kings still officially claimed to be kings of France all the way down to George III.

From the Paper
"The basic cause of the war was a dynastic quarrel that began with the conquest of England by William of Normandy, which created a state lying on both sides of the English Channel (Hundred). During the 14th century, the English kings held the duchy of Guienne in France, and they resented paying homage to the French kings and feared the increasing control the French crown exerted over its great feudal vassals (Hundred). The immediate cause of the war were rooted in Edward III of England's dissatisfaction with Philip VI of France and his non-fulfillment of pledges to restore a part of Guienne taken by Charles IV (Hundred). Other major causes were the English attempts to control Flanders, an important market for English wool and a source of cloth, and Philip's support of Scotland against England (Hundred)."

Tags:Philip, of, Valois, Calais, garrison, Mary, Tudor, Burgundian, allies